This paper describes the use of the reflective journal in a computer programming course at the University of South Australia. We describe rationale for the journal relating it to the contribution it can make to generic skills of lifelong learning, problem-solving, communication and awareness of personal learning strategies. We also relate it to the Personal Software Process (PSP) used by indust...

In this paper the assumption that critical reflection skills are acquired automatically during postgraduate study is queried by examining whether keeping a reflective journal is an aid in developing reflective habits. All course outlines in the postgraduate program studied for this paper state that students will learn how to critique issues relating to the topic being studied. The assumption is...

This paper examines the use of a reflective journal system in an Information Systems course, focusing on the effectiveness of the journal for course evaluation. It explores the criteria used for designing the system, the reasons for designing the system, and presents some initial evaluations as to the effectiveness of the journal. Finally, it concludes by suggesting that the journal was effecti...

Reflection is widely accepted as a learning tool and is considered integral to professional practice. Journal writing is advocated in facilitating reflection, yet little is written about how to assess reflection in journals. The purpose of this study was to develop and test a method of assessing the elements of reflection in journals and to determine whether, and to what level, reflection occur...

Reflective journal writing has frequently been used in nursing and other health care fields as an educational strategy to promote reflection and learning. Although reflective journal writing is recognised as a valuable tool to promote students' learning, very little research has been undertaken to evaluate its use. The overall aim of this study is to examine the use of reflective journals in th...